CHICKEN WITH GINGER-CILANTRO PESTO

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Categories     Chicken     Ginger     Sauté     Low Carb     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Macadamia Nut     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup salted roasted macadamia nuts
1/4 cup chopped peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
7 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 boneless chicken breast halves with skin

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in processor. Blend until nuts are finely chopped. Add 6 tablespoons oil and process until well blended. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; sauté until brown and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Top each with some pesto and serve.

Farida Mahmoud
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This dish is amazing! The flavors of the ginger and cilantro pesto really shine through, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Alma Onto
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the pesto is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sarah Innes
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This chicken dish is a great way to impress your guests. The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted asparagus, and it was a delicious and elegant meal.


Rebecca Santiago
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish changed my mind! The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Afraz khan
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Joy BYRD
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This chicken dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The pesto is so flavorful, and it really helps to add moisture to the chicken. I served it with a side of pasta, and it was a delicious and easy meal.


Mihraban Jan
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I love the bright and fresh flavors of this dish! The ginger and cilantro pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of brown rice, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Kraig Ray
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This chicken dish is a keeper! The pesto is incredibly flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Van Tag
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to switch up my usual chicken routine. The pesto is so easy to make, and it really adds a lot of flavor to the chicken. I'll definitely be making this again.


Love Ya
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This dish is amazing! The flavors of the ginger and cilantro pesto really shine through, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Ham Sab Ka Pakistan
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the pesto is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Howdy Fellas
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This chicken dish is a winner! The ginger and cilantro pesto is so flavorful and unique, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again soon!


Mateo Reyes
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I'm not usually a big fan of chicken, but this dish changed my mind! The pesto was incredibly flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish.


Steven Hutchinson
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! They loved the bright and fresh flavors of the pesto, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Evalynn P.
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This chicken dish was absolutely delicious! The ginger and cilantro pesto added a unique and flavorful twist to the chicken, and the chicken itself was cooked perfectly - tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again!